How the DWP stacks the odds against benefit claimants

"'There has been too much emphasis on money saving exercises and not enough awareness from the Treasury, in particular, that the government's vision of a new welfare-to-work system could not be repeatedly salami-sliced" - Iain Duncan Smith View this email in your browser The government's welfare reforms have been beset by problems from the start. The introduction of Personal Independence Payments (PIP) were described by the Public Accounts Committee as a "fiasco". Fit for work tests have been dogged by controversy and the flagship Universal Credit programme is years behind schedule. Our lead item today looks at another part of the reforms which is causing problems for claimants. The benefits appeal process was changed in 2013 but ever since then, welfare advisers have been warning that it's not working. This piece looks at a new report which highlights some of the most significant issues, and at an internal DWP memo which reveals staff were aware of the key concerns almost 18 months ago. Latest Articles     The tactics the DWP uses to stack the odds against benefit claimants   On Aug 12, 2016 09:58 am The benefits appeal system is beset by problems Read more... »   Opinion Former videos   Construction jobs for ex-armed forces personnel   On Aug 11, 2016 04:54 pm Highlights from the Parliamentary Reception held by the Chartered Institute of Building, in partnership with Buildforce. The reception promoted routes into the construction industry for those leaving the Armed Forces. Read more... » The importance of professional registration   On Aug 09, 2016 08:44 am Professional registration with the Engineering Council provides an internationally recognised standard for competence and commitment, giving the public, employers and clients confidence in engineer's skills. Read more... »   Opinion Formers press releases     Nasuwt comments on early years national funding formula proposals Nasuwt comments on early years national funding formula proposals Read more... »   Call for HS3 to be top transport priority Think tank calls for work on an east-west high speed rail link to be brought forward Read more... »   Facebook Twitter Website Copyright © 2016 Senate Media Ltd, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at www.politics.co.uk Our mailing address is: Senate Media Ltd 18 Vine Hill London, EC1R 5DZ United Kingdom Add us to your address book unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences